Fei Lai Feng
Fei Lai Feng
4.5
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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The legendary peak's caves have hundreds of Buddhist stone statues dating from the 10th to the 14th centuries.
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SideshowBob1971
Cheltenham, UK39 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Visited here and also Linying Temple. The temple was very interesting but for me, Fei Lai Feng was of greater interest.
A lovely walk, take care as steps can be slippery, and wonderful seeing all the different carved Buddhas. In all, I reckon we saw about 10% of the 330 Buddhas.
It’s a lovely area, very green ( also visit nearby Longjing village for the tea )
Recommended.
A lovely walk, take care as steps can be slippery, and wonderful seeing all the different carved Buddhas. In all, I reckon we saw about 10% of the 330 Buddhas.
It’s a lovely area, very green ( also visit nearby Longjing village for the tea )
Recommended.
Written 10 January 2020
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Ralpo Stankic
Hangzhou, China461 contributions
Sept 2017 • Family
We visited the place and found it inspiring and wrapped in nature and simplicity. A nice break from the city's stressing life
Written 23 June 2018
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Dan Maarek
Tel Aviv, Israel16,074 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
Hangzhou is a surprising city.
Its is one of the fomer capitals of China and while its name is not that famous to us, westerners (until the G20 took place there this august), it has plenty of treasures which make it really worth visiting.
Fei Lai Feng and the adjoining Lingyin temple are among them.
You walk along a stream between beautiful trees, hopefully when it is not raining (we had not that chance) and you see plenty of beautiful Buddhist sculptures carved in the rock itself.
You have also places where you can sit on benches under a roof which is very convenient in case of rain (as I mentioned before !)
The atmosphere is peaceful, quiet, even serene and you should give it more than 1 hour to really enjoy it.
As usual I have attached many picture's to try to give you a taste of the place ...
I have reviewed other places in Hangzhou and I liked more some others, yet I would recommend not to miss this park if you give it the time it deserves...
Its is one of the fomer capitals of China and while its name is not that famous to us, westerners (until the G20 took place there this august), it has plenty of treasures which make it really worth visiting.
Fei Lai Feng and the adjoining Lingyin temple are among them.
You walk along a stream between beautiful trees, hopefully when it is not raining (we had not that chance) and you see plenty of beautiful Buddhist sculptures carved in the rock itself.
You have also places where you can sit on benches under a roof which is very convenient in case of rain (as I mentioned before !)
The atmosphere is peaceful, quiet, even serene and you should give it more than 1 hour to really enjoy it.
As usual I have attached many picture's to try to give you a taste of the place ...
I have reviewed other places in Hangzhou and I liked more some others, yet I would recommend not to miss this park if you give it the time it deserves...
Written 24 December 2016
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mizmu
Brooklyn, NY13 contributions
June 2014 • Couples
We visited on a weekday when it was raining and there were no crowds. We found this place very magical, and unique in China (and we’ve traveled quite a bit here). First of all, the caves themselves are really cool. Some have little jagged crevices way up high with sunlight sneaking through. There are stalactites and fluttering bats, and it’s just fun to explore all the little winding tunnels and caves. Then the interiors and exteriors of the caves are covered in all kinds of ancient Buddhist carvings, covering centuries of different styles — from distinctly Indian to Chinese Buddhas. It’s a fascinating mishmash, and to see them in such a natural setting in the woods is just a really unique experience.
Maybe it was just b/c we were almost alone on the day we visited, but we both found this place very sacred, tranquil, and transportive — and that’s an odd feeling for any kind of landmark in China. (E.g. in Yangshuo there are lots of natural caves but the Chinese have duded them up w/ colored lights etc. This is just very natural and organic.)
We were running short on time and so we decided to skip the Lingyin Temple entirely and spend more time exploring the grotto. (FYI, the Lingyin Temple is an add’l entrance charge. The caves are 50RMB/person.)
Highly, highly recommend this place. (It’s about 20 minutes from the NE corner of West Lake by taxi.) We spent 2 hours here but you could spend twice that; there's also apparently a wonderful view from the top of a hill you can hike up.
Maybe it was just b/c we were almost alone on the day we visited, but we both found this place very sacred, tranquil, and transportive — and that’s an odd feeling for any kind of landmark in China. (E.g. in Yangshuo there are lots of natural caves but the Chinese have duded them up w/ colored lights etc. This is just very natural and organic.)
We were running short on time and so we decided to skip the Lingyin Temple entirely and spend more time exploring the grotto. (FYI, the Lingyin Temple is an add’l entrance charge. The caves are 50RMB/person.)
Highly, highly recommend this place. (It’s about 20 minutes from the NE corner of West Lake by taxi.) We spent 2 hours here but you could spend twice that; there's also apparently a wonderful view from the top of a hill you can hike up.
Written 18 June 2014
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Chien Andalou
Seattle193 contributions
July 2011 • Couples
Westlake is still arguably the #1 attraction in Hangzhou, but after that I'd make a beeline for this place. If you have any feeling for religious history, landscape, sculpture, then it's absolutely not to be missed. Take a little time, go up some of the little mountain paths, soak it in. There's an active monastery and temple.
There are even more impressive Buddhist grottoes in China, but in more remote areas than this. Part of the charm of this one is also the wide range of artistic styles of the Buddha statues, scattered over this little mountain.
There are even more impressive Buddhist grottoes in China, but in more remote areas than this. Part of the charm of this one is also the wide range of artistic styles of the Buddha statues, scattered over this little mountain.
Written 12 February 2012
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MadButterfly
Hong Kong, China436 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
Hotel concierge suggested that we take a guide plus hotel car which costs RMB1,500!!! Dont ever believe them. The taxi ride there was only rmb40 and there are many taxis waiting at the taxi stand. We actually took a bus to West Lake, bus no. 7 which costs only rmb2.
First stop, buy entrance fees to Fei Lai Feng where you see many statues of Buddha on the mountain. A tiny cave and running waters to enjoy the calm serene environment. There are koi swimming in the waters.
Second stop, buy entrance fees to LingYin temple and here you get to do your prayers with free incense sticks. Stall sellers convinced us there were none inside and we bought some. There are a few different temples and there is one much higher up. If you look up, you will notice cable cars which can bring you up there for a small fee.
Third stop, vegetarian lunch within temple grounds.
Fourth stop, buy cable car tickets and take a short ride up with views of the long jing (dragon well) tea plantation. Lovely ride.
At the final stop, we arrived at another temple where again, you need to purchase temple entrance tickets. If you would like to hit the giant bell for good luck, thats rmb30.
Chose a Monday to visit and was pleasant. Not too long queues and not crowded. Other than West Lake, this is really a MUST VISIT.
First stop, buy entrance fees to Fei Lai Feng where you see many statues of Buddha on the mountain. A tiny cave and running waters to enjoy the calm serene environment. There are koi swimming in the waters.
Second stop, buy entrance fees to LingYin temple and here you get to do your prayers with free incense sticks. Stall sellers convinced us there were none inside and we bought some. There are a few different temples and there is one much higher up. If you look up, you will notice cable cars which can bring you up there for a small fee.
Third stop, vegetarian lunch within temple grounds.
Fourth stop, buy cable car tickets and take a short ride up with views of the long jing (dragon well) tea plantation. Lovely ride.
At the final stop, we arrived at another temple where again, you need to purchase temple entrance tickets. If you would like to hit the giant bell for good luck, thats rmb30.
Chose a Monday to visit and was pleasant. Not too long queues and not crowded. Other than West Lake, this is really a MUST VISIT.
Written 16 January 2018
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Santomanca
Shanghai, China82 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
Very nice sights seen.. Just small warning about taxi, if you decide to go by!! You need to arrange a taxi to return otherwise it is very difficult to find or bargaining for taxi. Other option is bus.
There is a lot of status or carvings of buddha. Thinking about how many years ago they have done this, it is surprising.
There is some temples in there which i don't remember the names.
There is a lot of status or carvings of buddha. Thinking about how many years ago they have done this, it is surprising.
There is some temples in there which i don't remember the names.
Written 12 March 2016
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tombillinge
Trumbull, CT1,157 contributions
June 2012 • Couples
The Feilai Feng carvings are worth the ticket price. They are beautiful carvings that offer you some genuine surprises as you turn corners and are confronted with yet more masterpieces in the mountainside. In a town that is filled with good reproductions this is definitely one of the most impressive and authentic things to see. Even if you do not want to fork out more money to see Lingyin Temple, it is worth visiting and you get to enter two other temples on the same ticket.
Written 4 July 2012
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Leo0575
Shaoxing123 contributions
Apr 2012 • Friends
It is nice to see those outdoor arts , cannot imagine how they carved those statues on this hill.
The admission is 45 RMB, the hill is not too big, nice place to have some walk and enjoy those arts...
The admission is 45 RMB, the hill is not too big, nice place to have some walk and enjoy those arts...
Written 27 April 2012
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tanys
Singapore, Singapore402 contributions
I'm amazed by the lack of reviews of Fei Lai Feng (Peak Flown From Afar) on TripAdvisor. IMHO, it is an attraction not to be missed when you are in Hangzhou. On this craggy mountain, there are numerous caves that shelter more than 300 statues dating from the 10th to 14th centuries. While most (if not all) of the statues have religious (Buddhist) meanings, they can also be seen as works of art. Among them, the largest statue of the smiling Maitreya Buddha is the best-preserved one of its kind and embodies the artistry of carving in the Song Dynasty.
Written 5 April 2010
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shouldnt be a problem because I dont see any security around the vicinity. There are alot of nice landscapes around. But I think we should be respectful and not fly the drones within the temples.
Written 2 January 2018
Arthur Wanderley
Maceio, AL
Hi, who long do you think we should use in Fei Lai Feng temple? Thanks!!!
Written 21 September 2017
There’s potentially a lot to see there. A minimum of an hour from arriving to leaving would allow for basic perusing, dependent on wait times. If there are long lines or if the plan is to spend more time at the temples, plan for 2-3 hours.
Written 14 August 2019
Hi ,
Understand we can get to Fei Lai Feng by tourist lines 1 and 2.
Does anyone has any idea where are the bus stops for these tourist lines 1 and 2 in Westlake area (around Pinghai area)?
How long travel time does the tourist bus takes from ?
Does the same tourist buses from Fei Lai Feng return back to West Lake area?
Thanks for assistance!
Written 31 October 2015
Hi, Isabelle. It is really very depend on which part of westlake you will wish to start off, there are more than 10 spots of attraction that have diff bus routes that can reach. We stayed in JieFang Rd., but there is no bus will reach there. Basically you need to walk there (around 15 minutes) and reach a bus stand called Hubin 湖滨, take bus no. 7 (very frequent bus flows), get down at yue miao 岳庙. For your info, yue miao is already one of the spot in westlake. From this bus stand there are few more other tourist spots you can travel to. However, Isabelle you need to be aware of which direction you would like to go. You may need to cross to opposite of the road using the underground tunnel.
I found some info regarding how they depart from pinghai rd to westlake. However, i am not 100% sure with the accuracy. You can have a reference. But to me it is wasting time as take too long to reach westlake. Sometime walking is faster. You can baidu them from the internet, start from the exact hotel you will like to stay.
从联桥出发,乘坐13路下行(海洋二所-滨盛公交站),到丰乐桥南下车,在羊坝头换乘290路上行(城站火车站-文三西路西口),抵达延安路湖滨.
回答者：113.1.2015
从岳王路出发,乘坐103路区间上行(岳王路-云栖小镇),到六公园下车,在小车桥换乘51路环线(吴山公交站-吴山公交站),抵达一公园.
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Written 4 November 2015
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